Bachan Tode Kasam Ni Tode
by Ram Krishna Dhakal
Ram Krishna Dhakal's 'Bachan Tode Kasam Ni Tode' is a deeply emotional love song that explores themes of devotion, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment in a relationship. The lyrics paint a picture of someone professing their eternal love and promising never to break their word or vows, no matter what circumstances arise. There's a beautiful melancholy woven throughout, with the singer expressing that they cannot live without their beloved, and that love is the only thing they truly desire in life.
The song captures the intensity of romantic attachment, where the protagonist is willing to go through any hardship or challenge rather than abandon their partner. The imagery of vermillion (sindur) and the metaphor of being reborn again and again with their loved one conveys a spiritual, almost timeless quality to their bond. It's a song about prioritizing love above all else, about the pain of separation, and the resolve to stay true despite life's obstacles. The melody and sentiment make it resonate with anyone who's experienced the depth of unconditional love.
(Bachan tode kasam ni tode,
satya satya dhatdina bhannele ) X 2
antai maya saatera gaye, X 2
timi bina baachdina bhannele X 2
Ekai chimti sindurle potideu,
maya bahek aru kehi maagdina
juni juni ma timrai bhairahanchhu,
mutu bhitra kasailai rakhdina
yesta yesta kiriya khai,
anta katai laagdina bhannele
aru sangai nang maasu bhaye, X 2
timilai chhad-dina bhannele X 2
(timisanga saateko peerati,
timro kasam ma katai saatdina ) X 2
marnu pare maraula ma baru,
tara yo mann ma anta gaasdina
yesta yesta kiriya khaai,
timro maya maardina bhannele
sindur pote arkaiko laaye, X 2
timro bachan kaatdina bhannele X 2
Bachan tode kasam ni tode,
satya satya dhatdina bhannele
antai maya saatera gaye, X 2
timi bina baachdina bhannele X 2
